What does it cost to hire a freelance sustainability copywriter?
That’s the question I hear all the time - and it’s no doubt the one that brought you here.
I know it’s difficult to find sustainability copywriter rates and freelance ESG writer pricing online. Personally, I think it’s best to be up-front about the prices for my services. This dedicated page will give you an idea of my pricing, working process, and invoicing and payment terms.
Why should you hire the EcoWriter?
If you’re a business owner, it can be very hard to decide whether to write your own content or hire a professional copywriter to do it for you. Sure, it’s cheaper to do it yourself or generate it with AI - but what are you actually trying to achieve?
If you write your own low-grade or generic copy, sure, you might save some money – but you’ll also potentially miss out on new customers, or worse still, damage your brand.
In my opinion, that’s a pretty terrible trade-off.
Here’s the reality: most people aren’t great at copywriting in the same way most people aren’t great at carpentry. (I can barely swing a hammer - but I could write a terrific review about one.)
Frankly, unless you’ve got years of copywriting experience, passion for the craft, and some natural skill - you’re better off hiring a professional to do it properly. And that’s exactly where I come in.
“Matthew’s clear communication, responsiveness, flexibility, and strong work ethic made our collaboration smooth and enjoyable. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a skilled and reliable copywriter.”
Anna-Maria Prymas, SWISS KRONO, Switzerland
Sometimes when I write, the words erupt like a burst water main. Other times, I’ll spend an eternity scrutinizing a single sentence. Why do I do this? Why not just bang out the first idea that comes to mind? Why bother going over each sentence until it looks, sounds, and feels perfect? Because that’s what a professional copywriter does, and it’s why I’m trusted by a diverse range of sustainable businesses.
When you’re writing, speed is helpful - but it’s not everything. You also need endurance, skill, and laser focus. And most of all - you need a strategy. Copywriting isn’t a sprint. It’s more like a steeplechase.
My freelance copywriting rates (effective January 2026):
- Standard hourly rate: €85
- Standard daily rate: €680
Please note that, where applicable, VAT is added to these prices.
Why work with me?
✔ Your dedicated copywriter for renewable energy, sustainability, and the environment.
✔ Ten years of renewable energy experience.
✔ Available for short- and long-term work.
✔ A native English copywriter who can help you engage with all English-speaking audiences.
What’s my working and copywriting process?
I like to keep things personal, so I prefer kicking things off with a video call to get to know each better.
In my experience, all of the most successful copywriting partnerships begin this way.
During this call, you can tell me about the kind of content you need. This can include thought leadership or blog articles, website copy, press releases, or writing and editing support for your sustainability, impact, or ESG report.
Next, we need to identify what you want to achieve. For example, are you trying to drive more sales? Raise awareness about your company? Attract new investors? Refresh your website and branding? Or perhaps position yourself (or someone in your company) as an industry thought leader?
Once we’ve established your goals, we’ll work out the best way to get there. This involves a few questions:
Do you already have a clear brief, or do you need to develop one?
Do you have a specific tone of voice and/or writing style?
How technical or specialized is your subject matter?
How much research is required to write about your topic with accuracy and authority?
We can answer all of these questions (and more) in our initial discussions.
My copywriting quotes, revisions, and payment terms
Starting our partnership
If it’s our first time working together, you’ll need to pay 20-50% of my fee in advance, depending on the size of your project.
Once you become a regular client, you can typically pay me once everything is completed.
Delivery and revisions
Once the first draft is complete, I’ll ask for your feedback. I’m not precious about my writing, and I know that the first draft is rarely 100% perfect.
I’ll make your changes and present you with a second draft. If needed, we can repeat the previous step to ensure we achieve the perfect outcome.
Final invoicing and payment
Once you’ve signed everything off, I’ll send you my final invoice, which is due within 14 days via direct bank transfer.
As a professional freelancer, prompt and accurate payment is very important to me. All of my payment terms are listed on my invoice and in my standard T&Cs.
Now that you’ve learned more about my copywriting rates and working process, I hope to hear from you soon.
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